Barry Sonnenfeld To Direct CBS’ ‘Beverly Hills Cop’ Pilot

EXCLUSIVE: Men In Black helmer Barry Sonnenfeld has come on board to direct and executive produce CBS’Beverly Hills Cop pilot from Shawn Ryan, Eddie Murphy and Sony Pictures TV. The hourlong project, a continuation of the movie franchise, centers on Axel Foley’s police officer son Aaron (Brandon T. Jackson), who takes down the criminal elements of the rich and famous in Beverly Hills. Kevin Pollak and David Denman co-star, with Murphy set to guest star in the pilot. Sonnenfeld is with WME.

Brilliant decision by CBS to have Barry. A man with impeccable comedy timing on the screen or just on the set. His keen eye and unique camera angles will give it a special quality. Looking forward to it.
I hope he is able to bring his creative production team with him..

Karen vonder mehden • on Feb 9, 2013 7:48 am

Great news CBS has some great shows coming w/Eddie Murphy &Robin Williams. I” ll be watching.